The briefing
The Merryweather Heist (Freighter) is a Story Mode mission for Trevor Philips in Floyd's Apartment; SS Bulker; Pier 400.
Playable character: Michael De Santa; Franklin Clinton; Trevor Philips. The mission is classified as branching choice, heist.
Objective route — story spoilers
1. Board a vehicle.
2. Drive to the bridge.
3. Destination: the vantage point.
4. Protect Michael as he plants the bombs.
5. Plant the first bomb at the bow pillar.
6. Plant the second bomb at the first mast.
7. Plant the third bomb at the second mast.
8. Destination: the ship's stern entrance.
9. Detonate the bombs.
10. Locate the device amongst the wreckage.
11. Destination: the device.
12. Return the device to the safe area.
Gold medal targets
Headshots: Eliminate 12 enemies with a headshot.
Accuracy: Complete with an accuracy of at least 80%.
Ninja: Eliminate 12 enemies using stealth attacks.
Container Hunter: Locate the container within 1 minute.
No Alarms: Get to the ship interior without being detected.
Gold targets can be accumulated across mission replays. A medal run is separate from the mission’s ordinary completion requirement.
Rewards and unlocks
Subversive Achievement
Sources & further reading
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